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Takeaway Washington Correspondent Todd Zwillich

A Government Shutdown is Looming–Again

While the American public focuses its gaze on the international crisis brewing in Syria, another crisis is brewing on Capitol Hill. In just a few short weeks, the current fiscal year ends. And for now, there is no consensus on how government operations will be funded after September 30. Part of the hold up has […]

Congress still trying to reach a deal on payroll tax, unemployment benefit extensions

Global Politics

Boston Marathon Bombing: Many Unanswered Questions

President Obama to Make Buffett Rule Central Focus of Campaign

How Hard Will a Government Shutdown Hurt the Economy?

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Gov. Bob McDonnell’s ‘confederacy month’ provokes debate over civil rights sensibilities

Global Politics

Confederate History Month is officially back in Virginia, but not without its fair share of controversy. Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell declared the month of April ‘Confederacy Month.’ The proclamation was met by fanfare, applause, and loud protest.

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Reid says senate health bill will have public option

Conflict & Justice

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) announced yesterday that the health care legislation on its way to the Senate floor will include a public option. Takeaway Washington Correspondent Todd Zwillich joins us to discuss the latest legislative moves.

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